ATI RN
ATI NURS 252 Leadership Comprehensive Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following are notable benefits and characteristics of debriefing? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Debriefing promotes an examination of the consequences of actions (
A), has the potential to lead to a cognitive shift (
C), and the skill of the debriefer can influence its success (
D). These are key benefits, as debriefing allows reflection on outcomes, fosters new perspectives, and depends on effective facilitation. Self-guided exploration (
B) is less effective than facilitated debriefing, and setting aside significance (E) is inaccurate, as debriefing considers both actions and their consequences.
Question 2 of 5
An RN working in a behavioral health unit is evaluating a client. The RN intends to assign some of the nursing responsibilities to a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Which statement made by the RN demonstrates proper delegation to the LPN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verifying medications is within an LPN’s scope, involving data collection. Documenting assessments (
A), drawing conclusions (
C), and complete assessments (
D) require RN judgment.
Question 3 of 5
A staff nurse confronts a nurse manager expressing that she believes the manager's scheduling decisions are unfair. Which of the following responses by the nurse manager exhibits assertiveness?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking for elaboration while affirming policy adherence is assertive and open. Questioning emotions (
B) is dismissive, accusations (
C) are defensive, and apologizing (D, E) lacks assertiveness.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse manager participates in a quality-improvement committee seeking to reduce the risk of sentinel events in a healthcare facility. When reviewing recently submitted incident reports, which of the following incidents should the nurse identify as a sentinel event?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The wrong operation is a sentinel event, causing significant harm. Incorrect dose without injury (
B), rudeness (
C), and withholding medication (
D) do not meet sentinel event criteria.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse manager mediates an argument between two staff members. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first to resolve the conflict?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying the problem is the first and most crucial step in resolving a conflict. Before any solutions can be proposed or implemented, it is essential to understand the root cause of the disagreement. This involves listening to both parties, gathering information, and clarifying the issues at hand. By accurately identifying the problem, the nurse manager can ensure that the subsequent steps are targeted and effective in addressing the underlying issues. Evaluating results (
A) comes after resolution, implementing (
C) requires prior understanding, and brainstorming (
D) follows problem identification.